Pueblo Chemical Depot Army Base in Pueblo, CO

Pueblo Chemical Depot Army Base located in Pueblo County, Colorado was established in 1942. It’s covering approximately 23 square miles and it serves as a key site for the storage and destruction of chemical weapons in support of national defense and safety. The base is named after Pueblo and is situated at coordinates 38.2308° N, 104.4723° W.

Contact Information

Address
45825 Highway 96 East, Pueblo, CO 81006

Main Office
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Phone: (719) 549-4135

Public Affairs Office
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Phone: (719) 549-4115

Directions

The base is accessible via U.S. Highway 50 and Colorado State Highway 96. It’s about 15 miles east of downtown Pueblo. The nearest major airport is Colorado Springs Airport located approximately 50 miles north. Public transportation options are limited and private vehicle access is recommended.

Mission

The base plays a critical role in safely storing and destroying the nation's chemical weapons stockpile. It also supports environmental stewardship and maintains secure storage operations while transitioning into a closure and reuse phase.

Jobs

Military positions are limited but may include Environmental Safety Officers and Logistics Coordinators. Civilian roles are more common including Chemical Operations Specialists, Environmental Engineers, Administrative Support and Security Personnel.

Housing

There is no on-base housing available. Personnel working at Pueblo Chemical Depot typically reside in nearby communities such as Pueblo, Avondale and Boone. Rental rates in Pueblo generally range from $900 to $1,600 per month depending on location and size.

Population

The base currently employs approximately 650 civilian and contractor personnel. With the chemical demilitarization program in its final stages, the workforce has been adjusted to meet mission completion and transition needs.

Medical

Basic medical support is provided on-site for employees. For full-scale services, including emergency and specialized care, employees and dependents use Parkview Medical Center or St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center located in Pueblo.

Commissary

Pueblo Chemical Depot does not have a commissary on-site. Personnel typically shop at civilian grocery stores in Pueblo including Safeway, Walmart and King Soopers. Fort Carson, approximately 50 miles away, has the nearest full-service military commissary.